Fried Pork Dumplings
These Fried Pork Dumplings are a combination of crisp golden edges and flavorful, meaty filling. Made with ground pork, fresh herbs, and a hint of spice, these dumplings give you bold flavors in every bite. They're easy to assemble using wonton wrappers, and a quick fry-and-steam method ensures perfectly cooked dumplings. Serve them as an appetizer, snack, or main dish with dumpling sauce.
Fried Pork Dumplings
I am mildly obsessed with pretty much all Asian foods, but since my eating out budget is currently at about negative 500 for the year, sometimes I have to get creative and make it at home to satisfy those cravings. It may not be entirely authentic, but it is pretty delicious.
These dumplings come together pretty quickly. If you have a helper to help seal up all the bundles, it'll be even faster. Dumpling making should be a family event. This recipe has been around on the blog for the last TEN years, but just got brand new photos in 2024 to properly show it off.
Why You'll Love This Dish
- Perfectly Balanced Flavors: The savory pork filling is elevated with fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of spice.
- Versatile: Enjoy them as a snack, appetizer, or part of a meal.
- Easy Preparation: Using store-bought wonton wrappers saves time without compromising quality.
- Crowd-Pleasing Texture: Crisp edges and tender centers make these dumplings irresistible.
- Customizable: Add vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit your taste.
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Recipe Shopping List
Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here's the list of items you'll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Ground Pork
- Garlic, Finely Minced
- Green Onions, Green Part Only, Chopped
- Fresh Ginger, Grated
- Rice Vinegar
- Soy Sauce
- Chili Garlic Sauce or Paste
- Sesame Oil
- Wonton Wrappers
- Cornstarch
- Cold Water
- Vegetable Oil
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How To Make This Recipe
This is just the overview so you can see what you're actually getting into with this recipe. When you are cooking, you'll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.
- Mix the Filling: Combine ground pork, garlic, green onions, ginger, rice vinegar, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and sesame oil until well blended.
- Assemble Dumplings: Place a small amount of filling on each wonton wrapper. Use a cornstarch slurry to seal edges, forming triangles or other shapes.
- Preheat Pan: Heat vegetable oil and a small amount of water in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook Dumplings: Arrange dumplings in a single layer in the skillet. Cover and steam for 3 minutes or until water evaporates.
- Crisp and Serve: Uncover and brown dumplings on both sides. Serve with soy sauce or your preferred dipping sauce.
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Recipe FAQ
Store cooked dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or air fryer for best results.
Yes, assemble the dumplings and freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a bag or container. Cook from frozen by steaming and frying as directed.
Absolutely! Reduce or omit the chili garlic sauce for less heat, or add a pinch of red pepper flakes for more spice.
Serve This With...
- Dumpling Sauce: A simple, bold dipping sauce.
- Hot and Sour Soup: Complements the dumplings with tangy and savory flavors.
- Cucumber Kimchi: Adds a fresh, crunchy contrast.
- Steamed Rice: A neutral base to round out the meal.
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Fried Pork Dumplings
Our Fried Dumplings are easy to make and taste incredible! Your family will want to make a meal of these crunchy little bites!
Ingredients
- ½ pound ground pork
- 2 teaspoons garlic, finely minced
- 2 green onions, green part only, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce/paste
- 1 teaspoons sesame oil
- 25 square wonton wrappers
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ⅓ cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ cup water, divided
Instructions
- Mix ground pork, garlic, green onions, ginger, rice vinegar, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and sesame oil together using your hands until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Place 1-2 teaspoons of pork mixture into wonton wrappers, combine cornstarch and ⅓ cup cold water to make a slurry, and wet the edges of the wonton wrappers with it. Fold wonton wrapper in half to make a triangle, and then fold the corners over toward the center.
- Preheat oil and water in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat until the water is simmering. Add the dumplings in a single layer, cover, and steam for 3 minutes or until the water evaporates. Uncover, and brown on both sides.
- Serve with soy sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 263Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 382mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 13g
Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate. If you are tracking these things for medical purposes please consult an outside, trusted source. Thanks!
Nicole, these are amazing! I can't believe they are homemade! They look better than takeout if you ask me.
Thank you Andi! <3
I've been wanting to try these forever! Do u have the recipe for the dipping sauce?
It isn't really a "recipe", but I can tell you what I do! I add soy sauce, rice vinegar (about equal parts), chili garlic paste, and sesame oil to taste, and then I cut up some a green onion and toss that in too. Start small, and adjust to taste. Its my favorite dipping sauce!
Thanks! I've never seen chili garlic paste in my one horse town. What kind of chili? Thinking I can make this myself. We crave pan fried dumplings in the worst way. My hubs has been on my butt to make them at home. I've quite adept at Mexican and southern food...seeing how I grew up in the south and lived close to Mexico for 12 years.
Even though I have a daughter we adopted from China when she was 6 months (she's now 12 1/2) I have always been intimidated by Chinese cuisine!
My mistake! It is actually chili garlic sauce. It's pretty widely available. Here's a link to it at Walmart. I think they ship too. It isn't something i would attempt to make at home because it is lots of fermenting and stuff. http://mobile.walmart.com/ip/Huy-Fong-Foods-Chili-Garlic-Sauce-18-Oz/10452866
I'm definitely trying these. Yesterday, I saw a food network show about sisters, and one of them was making chili chicken wontons with sauce, and it looked delicious! So, I am glad you also posted about the sauce. Can't wait to try - thank you!
I am a complete sucker for dumplings, and these look absolutely incredible!
planning on trying these soon as I purchase the wonton wrappers I normally buy at chinese resturants as my takeout dinner....
That's great! let me know how it goes!
I made these last night as hors d'oeuvres for a party at our house. They were absolutely delicious and completely eaten up by the guests within a few minutes! Luckily I "sampled" a few while cooking otherwise I wouldn't have had even had the chance to get one - they went that fast. I made the recipe as is, except that we accidentally bought spring roll wrappers at the supermarket instead of wonton wrappers. So they were rolled up like a spring roll and fried that way. Perfect and delicious, will definitely make again (with wonton wrappers), husband has already requested it for dinner this week!
Wow! Thank you so much for that awesome feedback! <3
I would like to make these 3 -4 hours in advance for a party, how much time in advance can these be made?
I 'm still planning to make it for me and my husband.
That's a good question! I have not made them that far in advance myself, but I would be comfortable doing so and then reheating them for a few minutes in the oven prior to serving.
Fantastic! Watch out after you flip them; they cook fast!!
Yes! Great tip! If you find them cooking TOO fast I suggest reducing the heat a bit though. You have to make sure that they cook long enough for the meat filling to be cooked through. Thanks so much for coming back and letting me know how they turned out!
I make won tons for soup. I have both broth and made up won ton...they freeze great. I place them on a cookie sheet on a single layer freeze good them transfer them to a air tight container. So YES you can make these a head. just don't leave them out in the air. they dry out.
These look so amazing! I've never made dumplings of any kind before because I thought they were difficult. But these look simple. I'm pinning this one for sure
Thanks, Karyl! I think you will love them!
OMG....so good! Made these, hot & soup soup and house fried rice tonight. Who needs an Asian restaurant when it’s this easy to make at home. The star of the show was, definitely, the wontons!
Yay! Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know. These are one of my favorites too. <3 <3 Tell your friends! 😉
These were terrific! We made them as is which was awesome, then we also made a version with chicken, sun dried tomato, olive, and a little cheese. This is a great base recipe! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much, Christi! We love these too. I'm so glad you enjoyed them!